The ties between the two countries nosedived significantly following the fierce clash in the Galwan Valley in June 2020 that marked the most serious military conflict between the two sides in decades. As a result of a series of military and diplomatic talks, the two sides completed the disengagement process in 2021 on the north and south banks of the Pangong lake and in the Gogra area.
India and China are attempting to resolve remaining border disputes in Eastern Ladakh, particularly regarding patrolling rights in the Depsang plains. Talks have been held at the military level, with indications that further rounds may be necessary for progress. The main issues are Chinese occupation of a feature that restricts Indian troop access and the pitching of tents by Chinese forces at another location. Negotiations have been challenging, with both sides exercising caution due to distrust following clashes in 2020. The talks aim to establish limits on patrolling and restore the status quo ante as of May 2020.
India and China have concluded their longest-ever military talks aimed at reducing tensions on the border in Eastern Ladakh. The talks, which lasted for a record six days, focused on resolving border flashpoints, patrolling in disputed areas, and confidence-building measures. Although no official statement has been released, sources indicate that the dialogue was positive and constructive. Further talks may be conducted if necessary.
India and China have been discussing de-escalation of border flashpoints, depth and scope of patrolling in disputed regions and other confidence building measures in Eastern Ladakh border talks that have been on for a record three days and could continue. Sources said that talks at the Major General level are taking place in a positive and constructive manner to make progress in easing border tensions.
India and China held talks on resolving the two remaining border flashpoints in eastern Ladakh. The talks were held at the Major General level at Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) and Chushul. China s deployment of over 50,000 soldiers on the Ladakh border prior to the Galwan clash in 2020 had caused a strain in bilateral ties.